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Crude Oil Controversy: Sack NNPCL MD, Kyrari now – Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders urge Tinubu
A coalition of ethnic nationalities youth leaders in Nigeria has demanded the immediate dismissal of Mele Kyari, the Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL).
They accused the NNPCL of hindering the repair of indigenous refineries and obstructing the start-up of the Dangote refinery.
This call was part of a communiqué issued by the Nigeria Ethnic Nationality Youth Leaders Council Worldwide on Tuesday following their meeting in Abuja.
The communiqué, endorsed by various leaders including Comrade Terry Obeih, Alhaji Balarabe Rufai, Aare Oladotun Hassan, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, Comrade Emmanuel Zopmal, and Alhaji Hamisu Dass, was made available to journalists.
This stance comes amidst complaints from Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, who claimed that International Oil Companies (IOCs) were impeding the Dangote Refinery’s fuel supply operations by selling crude oil at inflated prices. This has forced the refinery to import crude from distant countries, significantly increasing costs.
The youth leaders described the situation as unacceptable, noting that the hopes of citizens for reduced fuel costs through the Dangote refinery were being thwarted. They expressed concern over the NNPCL’s alleged sabotage of government efforts to make fuel affordable, emphasizing the broader economic impact of fuel prices on Nigeria’s mono-economy.
Recalling past promises made by NNPCL MD Mele Kyari about the Port Harcourt refinery, they criticized the lack of progress and transparency. They found it perplexing that months after Kyari’s assurances, there were no signs of the refinery beginning operations.
They also highlighted Edwin’s recent accusations against IOCs, noting that these issues are interconnected and need to be addressed by the Federal Government. The youth leaders accused a certain cabal within the NNPCL of deliberately preventing local petroleum refining to maintain their monopoly on imports and exploitation of Nigerians.
The group declared that Nigerians have suffered enough and called for Kyari’s resignation, urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sack him if he fails to step down. They warned that they would mobilize for a national protest to shut down the country if necessary.
The youth leaders also urged the National Assembly, led by Senator Godswill Akpabio, to probe the NNPCL under Kyari’s leadership. They emphasized that fully operational local refineries would alleviate the suffering of the masses by ensuring a steady supply of locally produced petroleum products.
In reaffirming their support for President Tinubu, the youth leaders expressed hope that he would take decisive action in the interest of the country.
Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.
Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.
This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.
The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.
In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.
As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:
- Spain vs Canada
- Brazil vs Cameroon
- Colombia vs South Korea
- Mexico vs USA
- North Korea vs Austria
- Germany vs Argentina
- Netherlands vs France
- Japan vs Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.
In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.
A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.
Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.
He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).
Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
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